tube gear for rock and techno

JJ Electronics 828. Sounds good, Looks cool, 70 Watts/channel

I've had both a Sonic Frontiers SFS-40 and an SFS-80, great for rock and techno when tubed with KT-90s, both in your price range. Plus, they are very tube rolling friendly.

I have had Jadis, VTL, Manley, Copland, Fisher and Marantz. Of all this fine list, I found the VTL the more keen towards playing the material you are requiering. Go for a push-pull of course, not SET or ultralinear IMO.

Hope this helps in your quest.

Fernando